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Make Microsoft''s Surface workand playjust the way you want it to

Microsoft''s Surface tablet has the features and personality you''re looking for, with a robust environment for business computing that doesn''t skimp on fun. Surface for Dummies, 2nd Edition explains how Windows 8.1 Pro and Windows RT differ, and helps you decide which Surface model is best for you. Step by step, this book walks you through both the hardware and software features of the Surface, including the touch cover and type cover, Windows RT and Windows 8.1 Pro operating systems, and the coveted Office Home & Student 2013 software suite that''s bundled with the Surface. Written by bestselling author Andy Rathbone, this easy-to-access book is filled with information on how to use the tablet, figure out the operating system, navigate the app environment, and take advantage of your exciting new Surface.

The book is your personal guide to one the fastest, sleekest, and most powerful

Table of Contents
Introduction 1

Part I: Introductions 5

Chapter 1: Which Microsoft Surface Do You Need? 7

Chapter 2: Getting Started with Your Surface 21

Chapter 3: Setting Up Your Surface 35

Chapter 4: Introducing Your Surface’s Start Screen and Controls 51

Chapter 5: Typing, Touching, and Drawing on the Surface 77

Part II: Connections 101

Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet, Printers, Monitors, Storage, and More 103

Chapter 7: All About Apps 139

Chapter 8: Browsing the Web 157

Chapter 9: Reaching Out with Mail, People, Calendar, and Skype 175

Part III: Play 205

Chapter 10: Photos and Movies 207

Chapter 11: Listening to Music 219

Part IV: Work 233

Chapter 12: Visiting the Windows Desktop 235

Chapter 13: Working in Microsoft Office 2013 251

Chapter 14: Changing Settings 267

Chapter 15: Troubleshooting and Repair 279

Part V: The Part of Tens 291

Chapter 16: Ten Essential Tips ’n’ Tricks 293

Chapter 17: Ten Handy Accessories 299

Index 307

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      Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 11/07/2014
      ISBN13: 9781118898635, 978-1118898635
      ISBN10: 111889863X

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Make Microsoft''s Surface workand playjust the way you want it to

      Microsoft''s Surface tablet has the features and personality you''re looking for, with a robust environment for business computing that doesn''t skimp on fun. Surface for Dummies, 2nd Edition explains how Windows 8.1 Pro and Windows RT differ, and helps you decide which Surface model is best for you. Step by step, this book walks you through both the hardware and software features of the Surface, including the touch cover and type cover, Windows RT and Windows 8.1 Pro operating systems, and the coveted Office Home & Student 2013 software suite that''s bundled with the Surface. Written by bestselling author Andy Rathbone, this easy-to-access book is filled with information on how to use the tablet, figure out the operating system, navigate the app environment, and take advantage of your exciting new Surface.

      The book is your personal guide to one the fastest, sleekest, and most powerful

      Table of Contents
      Introduction 1

      Part I: Introductions 5

      Chapter 1: Which Microsoft Surface Do You Need? 7

      Chapter 2: Getting Started with Your Surface 21

      Chapter 3: Setting Up Your Surface 35

      Chapter 4: Introducing Your Surface’s Start Screen and Controls 51

      Chapter 5: Typing, Touching, and Drawing on the Surface 77

      Part II: Connections 101

      Chapter 6: Connecting to the Internet, Printers, Monitors, Storage, and More 103

      Chapter 7: All About Apps 139

      Chapter 8: Browsing the Web 157

      Chapter 9: Reaching Out with Mail, People, Calendar, and Skype 175

      Part III: Play 205

      Chapter 10: Photos and Movies 207

      Chapter 11: Listening to Music 219

      Part IV: Work 233

      Chapter 12: Visiting the Windows Desktop 235

      Chapter 13: Working in Microsoft Office 2013 251

      Chapter 14: Changing Settings 267

      Chapter 15: Troubleshooting and Repair 279

      Part V: The Part of Tens 291

      Chapter 16: Ten Essential Tips ’n’ Tricks 293

      Chapter 17: Ten Handy Accessories 299

      Index 307

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